According to a report by The Cable on Wednesday, May 6, 2026, the Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, Nyesom Wike, has criticised the recent political movement of Peter Obi, the former presidential candidate of the Labour Party, following his defection to the Nigerian Democratic Congress.
The remarks were made during a scheduled media briefing in Abuja, where the minister addressed a range of political developments and governance issues.
His comments form part of the ongoing exchanges among political figures as alignments and realignments continue ahead of the 2027 general elections.
During the briefing, Wike revisited Obi’s political trajectory, focusing on the different parties he has been associated with over time.
He suggested that Obi’s movement across political platforms raises questions about consistency and long-term commitment to party structures.
According to his position, leadership within a political system requires stability and the ability to build strong institutions over time.
He indicated that repeated changes in party affiliation may create challenges in establishing a clear political identity and sustaining trust among supporters.
The minister further argued that Obi’s pattern of political movement appears to reflect strategic decisions aimed at navigating changing political circumstances rather than adherence to a fixed ideological direction.
He maintained that political leadership should be guided by defined principles and a commitment to strengthening party institutions.
In his view, consistent engagement within a single platform allows leaders to develop internal structures and maintain continuity in policy direction.
He contrasted this with what he described as a tendency to move between parties at critical moments, suggesting that such actions may affect perceptions of reliability among political stakeholders.
Wike also referenced Obi’s recent association with the African Democratic Congress before his move to the Nigerian Democratic Congress, noting that the developments surrounding those transitions have contributed to ongoing discussions about party stability.
He implied that challenges within political parties require sustained involvement from their members rather than withdrawal during periods of internal difficulty.
According to his remarks, the ability to remain within a political organisation and address its challenges is an important aspect of leadership.
He suggested that frequent changes in political alignment can complicate efforts to build cohesive and enduring party structures.
He said, “He went to ADC. Now ADC has problems. He ran away from ADC again… See More
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